Professional Etiquette and Business Protocol
How you greet, write, host and behave shapes how others see you and your organisation.
About this course
How you greet, write, host and behave shapes how others see you and your organisation. This three-day course gives you the practical etiquette and protocol needed to act with confidence in corporate, cross-cultural and official settings.
You will cover professional presentation, introductions, email and online meeting courtesy, meetings and events, business dining, working with international visitors and the basics of official protocol, such as precedence and seating. Role plays and real scenarios help you practise until the right conduct feels natural.
What you'll learn
- Present a professional image through appearance, body language and conduct
- Apply correct etiquette when greeting, introducing and addressing others
- Communicate courteously by email, telephone and online meeting
- Plan and take part in meetings and business events with confidence
- Follow business dining etiquette in formal and informal settings
- Adapt behaviour to different cultures and international visitors
- Apply the basics of official protocol, including precedence and seating
Curriculum
- Why etiquette matters at work
- Personal presentation and dress codes
- Body language and first impressions
- Punctuality and respect for time
- Greetings and handshakes
- Introducing yourself and others
- Titles and forms of address
- Exchanging business cards
- Professional email writing
- Telephone and messaging courtesy
- Online meeting etiquette
- Social media conduct for professionals
- Preparing for and chairing meetings
- Being an effective participant
- Receiving visitors and delegations
- Conferences and networking events
- Hosting and being a guest
- Table manners and place settings
- Conversation at the table
- Dietary and cultural considerations
- Cultural dimensions in business
- Working with international partners
- Gift giving across cultures
- Avoiding common cultural mistakes
- The role of protocol in organisations
- Order of precedence
- Seating plans and flag etiquette
- Organising official visits and ceremonies
Who it's for
Professionals, executive assistants, public relations staff and anyone who represents their organisation to clients, partners or officials.
Before you start
No formal prerequisites. Bring curiosity and a willingness to practise.
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